Powered method for augmenting a joint function of a human
US10835408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2205/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for controlling a powered device to augment a joint function of a human during a gait cycle using a powered actuator that supplies an augmentation torque, an impedance, or both to a joint is disclosed. In some embodiments, the method modulates the augmentation torque, the impedance, and a joint equilibrium according to a phase of the gait cycle to provide at least a biomimetic response. Accordingly, the actuator is capable of normalizing or augmenting human biomechanical function, responsive to a wearer's activity, regardless of speed and terrain.
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